Grand Finale runway show – day 21
Amazing photos of the final on-ice runway show by Nate Howard. More to come!
Nuclear Winter runway show – day 14
If civilization were to fall to ruin, you’ll know where to get some post-apocalypse duds. Goggles, fur, boots. Upcycled, recycled, salvaged materials. Metallics, neons, and camouflage. All were represented. This was our most popular theme, as you can see by the crush of models inside the shantay before the show. Check out the list of … Read more
A Trillion Pixels
Wow! Photographer Tom Nelson took this explorable panoramic image of the Shantay. Click on the photo below to zoom in and out and check out the details! Thanks, Tom. The Shantay never looked so good. Check out Tom’s other gigapans of shanties past and present.
What Happens in the Shantay
Gets documented and put online!
WithChild fashion show – day seven
For our second on-ice runway show the theme was WithChild. We asked ourselves and other participating designers to create looks that the whole family can wear. Every designer got into the spirit and we had the most diverse collection of models that you may see from the Sashay Shantay. Strutting through shanty village were kids, … Read more
Sparkle Beautiful Ice Skating runway show – day one
Hello Art Shanty enthusiasts! It was so good to see you all today for the first day of the Project! We’re glad you liked our Shantay, the clothes, and especially how much heat our wood stove kicks out. The most frequent comment of the day “Oh! It’s nice and warm in here.” Second most “Oh! … Read more
On Ice!
We moved thee Shantay yesterday, she now resides on Medicine Lake. Floating on top of what ice there is. Our group architects designed thee Shantay clamshell/mobile home style. Causing us to make two trips with two large pieces, but saving us from a long construction day out on the ice. Now that thee Shantay is … Read more
Progress Report
The Shantay is shaping up. Today was a very long and productive build day, and we’re looking forward to a few more before the big move to Medicine Lake this weekend. The first day of the Shanties is a short week away (see you there!), and we’re uncharacteristically hoping for colder weather. Let’s all hope … Read more
Progress Report
We’re builders and we’re building. Here’s what we’ve done so far. It’s beginning to take shape, thanks to our carpenter men. Next build day is expected to be much colder than this one. Hot coffee/tea donations will be accepted and greatly welcomed. Donuts too. Don’t forget the donuts. More updates soon! Click on the photo … Read more
Calling All Weirdos and Designers of Anything Wearable!
Thee Sashay Shantay wants you to weave a bewitching spell on our outdoor runway on Medicine Lake! Join us on our Fantasy Quest! All welcome! If you made it, and you want to show it off (in the context of our lovely state’s extreme winter) join us! Lets make something fabulous out of Seasonal Affective … Read more













